Wilderness Rim, WA Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Wilderness Rim, King County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Wilderness Rim?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged lightning damage or injuries on 22 days in the Foothills and Valleys of Central King County forecast zone and King County — the most common reported hazard around Wilderness Rim, mostly in July and August. Next come flooding (7 days) and debris flows (4 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lightning casualties & damage | 22 | Apr 2015 | Aug 3, 1999 · $650,000 damage |
| Flooding | 7 | Jan 2021 | Jan 7, 2009 · $14 million damage |
| Debris flows | 4 | Mar 2017 | Mar 2, 2014 · $200,000 damage |
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 3 | May 2013 | May 13, 2013 · $25,000 damage |
| Flash flooding | 1 | Dec 2006 | Dec 14, 2006 · 1 death · $750,000 damage |
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, 1996–2026 (the latest year is partial). A "day" is a date with at least one report in the Foothills and Valleys of Central King County forecast zone and King County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Wilderness Rim get?
A normal year brings about 42 inches of snow to Wilderness Rim, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Cedar Lake weather station 2.3 miles away. The snowiest month is usually December (10.0 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 3.7 | 10.0 | 8.0 | 9.7 | 7.7 | 2.7 | 0.2 |
Normal snowfall in inches. TALON Pro compares this season's snow at your location with these normals as winter goes on.
Which radars cover Wilderness Rim?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KATX (Seattle/Tacoma, WA), about 62 miles north-northwest. Radar beams climb as they travel, so the height of the lowest scan over town decides how low in a storm the radar can see.
| Radar | Distance | Lowest beam over Wilderness Rim | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KATX Seattle/Tacoma, WA | 62 mi north-northwest | 4,700 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KLGX Langley Hill, WA | 112 mi west | 11,400 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
| KRTX Portland, OR | 133 mi south-southwest | 14,900 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
Beam height is the center of the 0.5° scan above the radar, with standard refraction. Mountains near a radar can block it further.
Tornado & hail history near Wilderness Rim
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 3 tornadoes within 25 miles of Wilderness Rim. Most came in September and August. The strongest was an EF1 on September 6, 2009, which passed about 25 miles southwest of town.
Hail: 2 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955; the largest was 1.50-inch hail on June 8, 1972.
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center — tornadoes 1950–2025, hail 1955–2025. Distances are to each tornado's track; ratings before February 2007 use the original Fujita scale.
On TALON you get Wilderness Rim's live radar loop, rain/snow/ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks with arrival times and NWS warnings free; close-up radar and rotation detection are part of TALON Pro.
Wilderness Rim radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Wilderness Rim, WA?
KATX (Seattle/Tacoma, WA), about 62 miles north-northwest. KLGX (Langley Hill, WA) is 112 miles away and also covers the area.
Can radar see a tornado near Wilderness Rim?
Radar can't see the tornado itself, but it shows the rotating storm and, once debris is lofted, a debris signature. Over Wilderness Rim the lowest scan from KATX is about 4,700 ft up — good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly.
Is TALON's radar for Wilderness Rim free?
Yes — the US radar loop, rain/snow/ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and NWS warnings are free in any browser. Close-up radar, rotation detection and longer forecasts are part of TALON Pro.
Should I rely on radar for my safety?
No app replaces official warnings. When the National Weather Service issues a warning for Wilderness Rim, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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